12 61 280 Removing and installing/replacing oil pressure switch (N62)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Switch off ignition
Remove intake filter housing, refer to 13 71 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING INTAKE FILTER HOUSING (N62)

WARNING: Scalding hazard!
Only perform this task on an engine that has cooled down.

Installation location:

Cylinder bank 1 to 4 on cylinder head, front right.

Engine oil may emerge when oil pressure switch is replaced; have a cleaning cloth ready.

Unlock and detach plug connection (1).

Fig 1: Removing Oil Pressure Switch

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Unscrew oil pressure switch (2).

Tightening torque 12 61 1AZ. Refer to ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Installation:

Check engine oil level, top up engine oil if necessary.